A white Bertazzoni 30" Master Series Range stands out alongside green cabinetry and a black tile backsplash in this unique, modern kitchen. Brass accents and cabinet pulls round out the space for a contemporary look with a bold color scheme. (Design: Ashley Gilbreath Design // Photo: Laurey Glenn)

Taheri Kitchen Design

USA Cabinet Store Fairfax

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, yellow benchtop and recessed.

Himalaya Kitchen

Blanc & Noir Interiors

Bright and airy kitchen with ample storage. Featuring built in refrigerator, large island pendant lighting, and island seating.
Photo of a large transitional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Salt Lake City with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, white splashback, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and yellow benchtop.

Curvy Midcentury Kitchen

North Shore Kitchen & Bath

Small white hexagon tile was used to showcase the curved wall and brighten up the countertop area. Photographed by Justin Bacon
This is an example of a large midcentury l-shaped separate kitchen in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white appliances, slate floors, no island, grey floor and yellow benchtop.

Brown Road Kitchen & Master Bath

Claire Teunissen

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped kitchen in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and yellow benchtop.

Campagne chic

Mesure

Marc Ancelle
Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped open plan kitchen in Paris with a drop-in sink, wood benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, cement tiles, no island, grey floor and yellow benchtop.

Small Bristol Terraced House

RESILICA

Small modern kitchen in Gloucestershire with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, a peninsula and yellow benchtop.

San Luis Kitchen Displays

San Luis Kitchen Co.

This display was inspired by Wood-Mode's British Classics theme. A grand kitchen display ready to lend design ideas to your grand home - no matter the scale! Come see it in person at 3598 Broad St, San Luis Obispo.

Attico in Liguria | 180 mq

Luca Riperto Architetto

Photo of a large modern separate kitchen in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, yellow floor and yellow benchtop.

Ribblesdale Road, SW16

Build Team

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley open plan kitchen in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and yellow benchtop.

Concord Collectors

Design Details

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped eat-in kitchen in Other with beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, with island and yellow benchtop.

Pleasant Hill Kitchen Remodel

MKB Design & Management

These homeowners wanted to be rid of their dated oak cabinets and black countertops, and to unite their kitchen and dining rooms with their living space and backyard to better accommodate their lifestyle. They entertain neighbors and friends often and California weather offers months of indoor/outdoor opportunities.

Logan Square Stunning Modern Kitchen

Renovision Road

We took a dark dated kitchen and turned it into a modern bright space that makes cooking at home a pleasure again. While we didn’t change the layout, we were able to get additional space by adding a dry bar and accessible lower corner cabinets, which were previously unusable. The lower oak laminate cabinets help to ground the space and compliment to upper matte white cabinets. We used gold/brass and green accents throughout which coordinate well with the hardwood floors and the new cabinetry. We extended the peninsula countertop to create a functional breakfast bar and work space. By adding LED under-cabinet lights, we brightened up the work space. And the addition of the 2 modern Japanese green glass pendants with its soothing design creates a calm zen atmosphere. We also updated the look of the nearly living room fireplace by matching the mantle to the countertops and the hearth to the backsplash to tie into the look helping to visually bring the rooms together. Overall it’s now fresh, light and airy. Fully transformed.

Reconstruction of a family home, Westbourne Grove

Lex McMillan Architects Ltd

Close up of sink detail and Calacatta marble work top. Mirrored splash back to rear.
Large single-wall eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, mirror splashback, panelled appliances and yellow benchtop.

Wanstead - Warren Road

Classic Kitchens

Large traditional eat-in kitchen in London with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and yellow benchtop.

Green & white bespoke, hand-painted shaker kitchen

Et Lorem Ltd

This is an example of a large country eat-in kitchen in Berkshire with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, panelled appliances, porcelain floors, with island, brown floor and yellow benchtop.

Lakeside Farmhouse

Cannarsa Structure and Design

Design ideas for a country kitchen pantry in Grand Rapids with a farmhouse sink, yellow cabinets, yellow benchtop, yellow splashback, timber splashback and brown floor.

Curvy Midcentury Kitchen

North Shore Kitchen & Bath

A butcher block countertop and new custom cabinets integrate into the original cabinetry and create another mixed-use space. Photographed by Justin Bacon

Curvy Midcentury Kitchen

North Shore Kitchen & Bath

Original Midcentury cabinets meet new custom cabinets along the S-curved wall. New retro-style hardware maintains the original aesthetic. Photographed by Justin Bacon

Green Kitchen with Yellow Benchtop Design Ideas

There’s a lot to consider when it comes to planning your kitchen design. Where do you even start? Gathering some inspiration in a photo gallery is always a good starting point, as looking at different kitchen designs often brings up ideas you haven’t even thought of yet.

Browse Photos of Kitchen Designs for Inspiration and Collect Your Ideas

You can browse through photos of all kinds of kitchen styles, layouts and sizes on Houzz to get started before jumping into any design software or contacting a local professional for help. Here’s a few considerations to keep in mind when planning your kitchen.

1. What Makes a Good Kitchen Design, and Why is it Important?

For starters, you want to find a balance between aesthetics and function. You may have heard of the ‘kitchen work triangle’, which refers to the space between your fridge, sink and stove. You want everything within easy reach when you’re working in the kitchen and look beautiful at the same time. It’s a good idea to take note of both when browsing our photo gallery.

2. Consider Your Space to Determine Your Kitchen Layout

Firstly, consider the space you have, and the limitations that come with it. Do you have a small kitchen and need to maximise your workspace and storage? Can you allow yourself some more space and a big island with seating? Are you designing your kitchen from scratch or renovating an existing design? Which appliances do you already own and what are their measurements? Are there windows you need to take into consideration when planning cabinets? How do kitchen, living and dining areas connect? Depending on your space and needs, you want to use a shape that suits you. U, G, or L-shaped kitchen, with or without island or peninsula? Know your dimensions, plan cabinetry carefully and consider the placement of your appliances. You don’t want to end up with a finished design, only for your significant other to question where the fridge is supposed to go. Consider from the start where your fridge, oven, microwave and sink goes to save yourself from starting again from scratch - remember the kitchen work triangle! You also want to plan the layout of your cabinets. Maybe you’re planning for a pantry and can do with less storage space in your kitchen, so that your design can be one without upper or lower cabinets for a different look. A corner cabinet can be a smart storage solution if you want to keep the look clean and simple.

3. Decide on a Kitchen Style, But Don’t Forget Practicality

You want the style of your kitchen to reflect your personality and taste. We have curated a large array of kitchen styles here at Houzz, from traditional to contemporary to transitional and everything in between. Consider what your cooking style is for a start - Italy is known for its cuisine, so italian kitchen designs are generally popular. Also consider ergonomics - depending on how much time you spend in your kitchen, the height of your counters can make a big difference to your overall health. You also want to consider colour and finishes of cabinets, countertops and splashbacks. Which colour do you want your cupboards to be? Simple, timeless white or rather making a statement in black? Maybe rather a rustic wood? Also consider the colour of your floor - if you have dark floors, you may want to keep cabinets lighter. You could also go for an all-white look and choose black appliances for contrast. Once you know which style you fancy, don’t forget how you will be using the space. You want to keep cooking in mind, as well as how easy to clean and maintain the space will be. How many cooks do you need to accommodate? Do you have kids around? How much storage do you need? Maybe you want to go for open shelves rather than cabinets and allow for easy reach of key items you use when cooking. Again - remember the triangle! Lastly, choose lighting that both enhances the look of your kitchen as well as your cooking performance, providing light in all the right places.

4. Be Conscious of Your Budget

No matter what you plan for your kitchen design, cost is always a big factor. Be sure to plan with your budget in mind. It may make more sense to go for a modular kitchen design rather than custom build. You can save a lot of money if you get at least 3 estimates from professionals before locking in the job. And don’t forget to allow a 20% buffer for emergencies. Once you are ready to hire a pro, our directory will help you find one, no matter where you are. So whether you're looking for an Interior Designer in Melbourne or an Architect in Sydney, you can be sure to find a qualified expert for the job!